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The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II - Wars of the East (WOTE) is a real-time strategy modification computer game modified by Ithron Aiwendil, based upon the fantasy book The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien based on some of the books Unfinished Tales and The Silmarillion. The Modification is for only the Windows version. "The Wars of the East Modification" latest beta was released in late April 2008 having 2 new factions Dorwinion & Evil Men the modification is only compatible with Rise of the Witch-king 2.01 patch. Its rise of fame is very big within the modding industry and has many downloads and fans. The latest version is 3.2 and is the first version made by Kyross Gameplay changes :For further information see The Battle for Middle-earth II Gameplay. * New Factions Men of the East and Dorwinion are available * Deleted Goblin Faction * The new Wars of the East factions, bringing the total of playable factions up to 8. * New Wars of the East campaign, consisting of 14 missions telling the battles of the east and the fall of the rule of Palando; and an epilogue of how the a new shadow rises (campain has not yet been completed) * New units added to all six existing factions, as well as both new and improved buildings and heroes and skins * Over 120 new skins, audio, units, buildings have been added * Every faction has there own unique RingHero * Upgrades to the skirmish and multiplayer AI; such as summoning Ring Heroes. * New Maps for the modification * The War of the Ring mode is receiving a major overhaul. Some of the major improvements include army persistence from RTS mode to the World Map, the introduction of an economy to the World Map, and the introduction of siege weapons to the World Map. There are 15 new territories and battle maps for the player to fight over, as well as a whole new region to control (the Forodwaith & Shelob's Lair). Four hero armies will be available per faction, and these can now move through two friendly territories in one turn. (War of the Ring is a bit unstable in latest beta release) * Two new historical scenarios for the War of the Ring mode, including wars of the east & west * A whole new Dorwinion class added to Create-a-Hero Mode. These Major Improvements (Create-a-Hero does not work yet) * More customization options for Create-a-Hero. These include new weapons and armor.(Create-a-Hero does not work yet) * A brand new cost system for created heroes. A hero with no powers costs 500. The more powers you give your hero, the more he costs. Also a '"No Power" option has been added allowing power levels to be skipped, which lowers the cost of powers each level above the point they become available, and ultimately allowing fine-tuning for cost and efficiency. (Create-a-Hero does not work yet) * New Camera System * Color theme has been changed to Blood Red (instead of blue) and the borders are red or metal. Two new campaigns have been added. Plot Story setting The Wars of the East (or WOTE) is a modification for the Battle for Middle-earth II: The Rise of the Witch-king game. It adds plenty of new units, heroes, spells, upgrades, Factions and other things to the game. The Information for the mod is from the books The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales. The ideas came from MB morris with this information topic Revora Revora is the forum and website hosting for the modification Original & New Heroes Ithron Aiwendil invented and brought in a number of characters for the game. Pallando "You see the future before you, mortals ! Gondor and your pathetic little resistance will fall, just like those prisoners you see right now ! The alliance of Sauron, Saruman and Pallando shall take over the lands ! Together, we shall rule Middle-earth ! And there will be no dawn... for men." One of the two Blue Wizards who were sent to the East in order to purify the hearts of the Easterlings. However, Pallando fell under Sauron's influence by looking into the palantír of Osgiliath (which was held by the king of Rhun, by yet unknown reasons) and betrayed his "brother", Alatar; instead of cleaning the hearts of the men of the East, he deceived them to follow Sauron's bidding. During the Wars of the East, he claimed the throne of Rhûn for himself, and he was the true mastermind behind the movements of the evil men of the East and South. At the end of the war, however, Pallando has lost the final duel against Alatar, and was slain by him. Pallando is also known as Rómestámo ("East-Helper") amongst the Easterlings. He gained this name during the time he was still good, and shared his wisdom with the Easterling people. Being one of the five Istari, Pallando wields formidable powers. However, after his mind and soul were corrupted by Sauron, he left the way of "good" magic and turned towards the dark side of magic. Pallando overcomes his opponents through many dirty tricks and manipulation rather than facing them in direct combat. But if it's necessary, Pallando is also a skilled fighter, and his power in this matter grew even stronger after he claimed Alatar's sword, Nargothrond. Alatar "Pallando... you call yourself Rómestámo — the East-Helper. But soon, I shall remind why am I called Morinehtar, the Darkness Slayer !" Second of the two Blue Wizards. Unlike Pallando, Alatar remained loyal to his task, and he tried to bring back Pallando to the right path before it would be too late. Unfortunately for him, it was already too late. After realizing that Pallando fell under the Shadow's control, he had no chance but to take up arms against him. And so, Alatar warned the Free Realms of the East about this new danger, and made the necessary steps to stop Pallando right before he could start a war. But Pallando was faster than Alatar though, and attacked Cuiviénen. Tulamdir, son of Targon held the Easterlings at bay, while Alatar went to Rhûn and tried to raise a rebellion against Pallando. But it was too late — again. After this, Alatar was imprisoned to Rholavion (Pallando's main fortress and base of operations), but a bit later he was eventually freed by a small dorwinian strike force, led by Borlach, Ratvith and Tulamdir. In order to stop Pallando, Alatar searched for allies, and during this time he heard an old tale from Tharna, about the mystical "wraith of Kalorme" and his forgotten people. Alatar sent Tharna to the Last Desert to investigate this — and Tharna's journey was successful, for he met with the noble people of Kalorme, and their leader, Akrothir. Later, during the war's final stage, Alatar visited Akrothir personally, and freed him from his curse of being "chained" to the mountain. In the end, it was Alatar and Akrothir who led the final charge against Pallando's forces at Rholavion. At the battle's end, Pallando and Alatar fought a final duel, which was won by Alatar, and thus he restored the peace in the East. Alatar is also known as Morinehtar ("Darkness Slayer"), a name given to him by the elves of Cuiviénen during a time when Alatar freed slaves from the Easterlings' imprisonment (and killed a few Easterlings in the process). Alatar, being an Istari, is a capeable spellcaster, and also a strong fighter. He is brave and always ready to engage opponents in close combat, but also wise and he avoids fighting as much as possible. Tharna Tharna (the Adventurer) "Our way was peaceful so far, master Dasron, but I have a bad feeling about this place... I feel as if someone or something would be... watching us." Tharna is a young boy who lived near the borders of Rhûn with his family, until his home village was destroyed by Easterling raiders. The villagers could not match the skills of their attackers, and had no choice but to flee — and so had Tharna. But his family could not escape — they were all murdered by the Easterlings. After this, Tharna swore that he will pledge his life to protect others, and so he joined one of the many adventuring companies who were fleeing from the borderlands of Rhûn, hoping to start a new life in Dorwinion or Hildórien. During his journey, Tharna met with Dasron, the richest Merchant Lord of entire Dorwinion and volunteered to be his personal bodyguard. At first, Dasron simply laughed at the boy's offer, but after Tharna proved to be better in a duel than one of Dasron's most trusted guards, he was accepted. After this day, Tharna escorted Dasron anywhere he went, protecting him from bandits, raiders, ambushers. Tharna is also famous for forming the "Brown Company" during the Wars of the East out of various adventurers who shared a similar fate like him. And at the top of all, it was Tharna who led an expedition into the Last Desert (by Alatar's orders) to seek out the fabled "wraith of Kalorme"; the journey was dangerous and cost the life of many brave adventurers, but in the end, it was a success, for Tharna met with Akrothir, the king of the mountain and the people who lived in the city beneath Kalorme. During his journey, he learned how to move almost unseen in almost any terrain, and he is a real master with his pair of short swords. Thanks to his quick thinking and bravery, the often-overlooked boy played an important role during the Wars of the East. SPECIAL NOTE: Tharna is a fan-made character and does not appear in any of Tolkien's books. The character of Tharna was created by Balázs Morris (aka MB/MorrisB), a Hungarian Tolkien fan — and also one of the members of the WotE staff. New Units & Buildings Morquiendi Archers The Moriquendi Archers are the elven elite archers from the Dorwinion Faction Cold Drake Lair The equivalent of the fire drake lair, but the opposite Iron Hills Axeman The Brutish proud sturdy dwarves are the brutes of the dwarven force Campaign(not yet completed) The Campaign consists of 13 missions and an epilogue campaign Mission Prologue - Gathering of Evil (Evil) See how it begins ! Pallando gathers the evil men of the East and South, and even the orcs of the Ash Mountain under his banner ! Mission 1 - Strike at Cuiviénen (Evil) Pallando's forces invade Cuiviénen - but the elves resist hard. Can the Evil still prevail ? Mission 2 - Strike at Cuiviénen (Good) Pallando's army is close to victory. Can Tulamdir and the elves make a stand ? Mission 3 - Just a Fool's Hope (Evil) The elves drove back the enemy, and Alatar has raised a rebellion against Pallando in Rhûn. Pallando, however, was not unprepared... Mission 4 - Dasron's Way (Good) Dasron and Tharna are on their way to Rivendell, to ask for help from the Council of Elrond. But the road isn't safe... Mission 5 - Siege of Hildorien (Good) Pallando's next target is Hildórien. But Borlach won't give up easily. Reinforcements from the Free Realms of the East are coming — but will they be able to stop the Shadow ? Mission 6 - Freeing Alatar (Good) It is now clear that the good guys need to free Alatar. But it's never that simple... Mission 7 - Kalorme (Good) Alatar sends Tharna into the Last Desert in search of the mystical "Wraith of Kalorme" and his forgotten people. What dangers await Tharna and his company ? Mission 8 - Kalorme (Evil) Pallando also ventures into the Last Desert, hoping to find something... useful. Useful enough to devastate entire Dorwinion. Will he prevail ? Mission 9 - Fall of Jarkand (Evil) All Evil Men forces assemble to besiege the proud capital of Dorwinion. The walls are strong, the defenders are desperate. but can the match the enemy's power ? Mission 10 - Battle in the Desert (Good) The heroes gather up near Helkar and make their stand against Pallando. Soon, the sand becomes red... Mission 11 - United We Stand (Good) While Alatar travels to Kalorme to free Akrothir, Borlach and Bladorthin march against Pallando's main fortress — Rholavion. But their path is blocked by Khamûl... Mission 12 - Under the Walls of Rholavion (Good) The united armies of the Free Realms of the East finally besiege Rholavion and face Pallando's generals. They easily break the gate — but Pallando has some (not-so) nice surprises for them... Mission 13 Masters of the East (Good) It all comes down to this... the small team of heroes invade Pallando's Temple. Little do they know what horrors await them... will Alatar be able to finally stop Pallando ? Mission Epilogue - A Bright Future ? (Good) Years have passed since the Wars of the East have ended. But now, a new Shadow is about to emerge... what can it be ? And can the heroes stop it before it's too late ? Maps As well as having a new campaign many more additional maps will be made] Staff Ithron Aiwendil - mod leader, coder, skinner, moddler (retired) Kyross - mod leader, coder Morris MB - Ideas Guy Elendil the High - Ideas Guy Puppeteer - Mapper Jimmyman - Mapper Lascar - Mapper Grizzlez - FX Coder/Moddeler/Skinner Karsh Caluadan - Helped with Skinning and artwork also many others such as robncarla, cahik_, the lists goes on forever 
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